Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2013 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
7 ft
0 — 15.1 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
4 — 12 secs
Average Water temperature
16 °C
11.9 — 23.2 °C
Average Wind
N, 14 mph
0 — 44 mph
Chart showing grouped wave observations for Gascogne. Use the table on this page for a text version of the same measurements.
About Gascogne wave buoy
Gascogne (WMO 62001) is an offshore buoy in the Bay of Biscay region (45.2300°N, 5.0000°W). It is positioned to observe Atlantic swell and storm systems affecting western France, northern Spain and the western approaches. It typically measures directional waves and marine meteorology for forecasting and maritime safety.
| Month | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 8 | WSW | 17 | 13.1 | |
| 9 | 7 | NNE | 17 | 12.4 | |
| 8 | 7 | ESE | 16 | 12.3 | |
| 9 | 8 | N | 16 | 12.8 | |
| 7 | 7 | NW | 14 | 13.5 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNW | 12 | 15.7 | |
| 4 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.8 | |
| 6 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.3 | |
| 7 | 7 | SW | 14 | 19.3 | |
| 9 | 7 | N | 19 | 15.8 | |
| 7 | 7 | ESE | 12 | 14.1 |